Status:
valid
Authors:
Greuter
Source:
gcc
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Boissiera 22: 159 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036107
Common Names
- Parisian Ptilostemon
- Parisian Starwort
- Ptilostemon
Description
Ptilostemon parisiensis (also called Parisian Starwort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves with toothed margins and a stem with star-shaped flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ptilostemon parisiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ptilostemon parisiensis has small white daisy-like flowers with a dark center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ptilostemon parisiensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown from seed, but it may take up to two years for the plants to flower.
Where to Find Ptilostemon parisiensis
Ptilostemon parisiensis is native to Europe and is found in the Mediterranean region.
Ptilostemon parisiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptilostemon parisiensis?
Ptilostemon parisiensis
What is the common name of Ptilostemon parisiensis?
Parisian Starwort
What is the family of Ptilostemon parisiensis?
Asteraceae
Species in the Ptilostemon genus
Ptilostemon greuteri,
Ptilostemon leptophyllus,
Ptilostemon strictus,
Ptilostemon parisiensis,
Ptilostemon stellatus,
Ptilostemon abylensis,
Ptilostemon karateginii,
Ptilostemon niveus,
Ptilostemon dyricola,
Ptilostemon casabonae,
Ptilostemon abylense,
Ptilostemon gnaphaloides,
Ptilostemon grandei,
Ptilostemon echinocephalus,
Ptilostemon tauricola,
Ptilostemon pabotii,
Ptilostemon afer,
Ptilostemon hispanicus,
Ptilostemon chamaepeuce,
Ptilostemon diacantha,
Ptilostemon rhiphaeus,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,